Rs 5 60 Years of India Government Mint Kolkata Coin

₹5 60 Years of India Government Mint Kolkata Coin (1952–2012) was issued to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee (60th Anniversary) of the India Government Mint, Kolkata, one of the oldest and most prestigious mints in the country.

The obverse side of the coin features the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “भारत INDIA” and denomination “₹5”.

The reverse side showcases the Kolkata Mint Building with the official Mint emblem and inscriptions marking “60 Years of India Government Mint, Kolkata” in both Hindi and English.

This coin honors six decades of minting excellence and symbolizes India’s strong legacy in coin production and national heritage. It is a highly collectible commemorative coin sought after by numismatists across India.

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Specifications

Denomination: ₹5

Theme: 60 Years of India Government Mint, Kolkata

Year of Issue: 2012

Issued by: India Government Mint

Metal: Nickel-Brass

Weight: ~6 g

Diameter: ~23 mm

Obverse: Lion Capital of Ashoka with denomination ₹5

Reverse: Mint Building and emblem with commemorative text

Finish: UNC / Proof-like